Airbus A380 Albatross Gets a New Life Through Leasing Firm
https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2018-07-19/airbus-a380-albatross-gets-a-new-life-through-leasing-firm
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On August 1 a 10-year-old, Airbus SE A380 formerly flown by Singapore Airlines will enter service with a new carrier, said Paulo Mirpuri, chief executive officer of aircraft lessor Hi Fly. He said he has
two candidates interested in flying the refurbished, 471-seat, jumbo jet: a large European airline seeking its first A380 for flights across the North Atlantic, and an East Asian carrier that already has a fleet of the double-decker .
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We believe there is quite strong potential for the A380,” Mirpuri said in an interview.“It is a good aircraft for high-density airports where slots are restricted and cannot easily be added. Our clients want an aircraft that’s able to fly more passengers.” A decision is due next week on which of the customers, whom he declined to name, will receive the plane.
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